Wendy's Spicy Chicken Nuggets vs. Chicken Quesadilla — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between Wendy's Spicy Chicken Nuggets and Chicken Quesadilla
- Wendy's Spicy Chicken Nuggets are richer in Vitamin B6, Vitamin B3, Selenium, and Vitamin B12, yet Chicken Quesadilla is richer in Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B1, Zinc, and Phosphorus.
- Daily need coverage for Calcium from Chicken Quesadilla is 26% higher.
- Wendy's Spicy Chicken Nuggets contain 3 times more Vitamin B6 than Chicken Quesadilla. Wendy's Spicy Chicken Nuggets contain 0.254mg of Vitamin B6, while Chicken Quesadilla contains 0.08mg.
- Wendy's Spicy Chicken Nuggets contain less Saturated Fat.
Food types used in this article are WENDY'S, Chicken Nuggets and Fast foods, quesadilla, with chicken.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +36.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +20.2% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +13.6% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +2345.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +185.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +24.6% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +132.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +15.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +40% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +1200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +43.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +217.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +73.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +153.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +47.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
16.46 g
Fats:
22.55 g
Carbs:
14.31 g
Water:
44.15 g
Other:
2.53 g
Protein:
15.05 g
Fats:
15.25 g
Carbs:
24.04 g
Water:
42.62 g
Other:
3.04 g
| Contains more FatsFats | +47.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +68% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +20.2% |
~equal in
Protein
~15.05g
~equal in
Water
~42.62g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
4.787 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
6.138 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
10.117 g
Saturated Fat:
Sat. Fat
6.154 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
3.765 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.094 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -22.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +63% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +147.1% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0 g
Fructose:
0 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.08 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
17.1 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
0.43 g
Fructose:
0.4 g
Lactose:
0.53 g
Maltose:
0.43 g
Galactose:
0.08 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +∞% |
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +∞% |
| Contains more LactoseLactose | +∞% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +437.5% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
~equal in
Sucrose
~0g
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in price | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 326kcal | 294kcal |
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| Protein | 16.46g | 15.05g |
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| Fats | 22.55g | 15.25g |
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| Vitamin C | 1.3mg | 0.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 14.31g | 22.34g |
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| Carbs | 14.31g | 24.04g |
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| Cholesterol | 50mg | 37mg |
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| Vitamin D | 8IU |
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| Magnesium | 22mg | 25mg |
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| Calcium | 11mg | 269mg |
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| Potassium | 250mg | 183mg |
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| Iron | 0.62mg | 1.77mg |
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| Sugar | 0.08g | 1.88g |
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| Fiber | 1.7g |
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| Copper | 0.061mg | 0.076mg |
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| Zinc | 0.61mg | 1.42mg |
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| Starch | 17.1g |
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| Phosphorus | 271mg | 313mg |
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| Sodium | 708mg | 745mg |
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| Vitamin A | 271IU |
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| Vitamin A | 72µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.29mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.2µg |
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| Manganese | 0.19mg | 0.266mg |
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| Selenium | 25µg | 20.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.079mg | 0.2mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.122mg | 0.18mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 6.042mg | 4.2mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.905mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.254mg | 0.08mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.33µg | 0.19µg |
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| Vitamin K | 8µg | 2.4µg |
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| Folate | 52µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.161g | 0.322g |
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| Choline | 29.8mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 4.787g | 6.154g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 6.138g | 3.765g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 10.117g | 4.094g |
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| Fructose | 0g | 0.4g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.002g | 0.006g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.003g | 0.002g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.765g | 0.454g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g | 0.006g | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | 0.001g | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.044g | 0.004g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.017g | 0.014g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.017g | 0.007g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 9.042g | 3.427g |
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
23%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
47%
62%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Wendy's Spicy Chicken Nuggets is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.8g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Wendy's Spicy Chicken Nuggets contains less Sodium (difference - 37mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Wendy's Spicy Chicken Nuggets is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.367g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Wendy's Spicy Chicken Nuggets is lower in glycemic index (difference - 30)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Chicken Quesadilla is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 13mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chicken Quesadilla is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.